How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 2.5 TDI VW T4 Platform
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How to change rear shock absorbers on VW Transporter T4 Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL, 7D) – replacement guide

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VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 1.9 D, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 1.9 TD, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.4 D, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.0, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.4 D Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.4 D, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 1.8 … View more

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Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Secure the rear axle beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush.
  7. Step 8
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    Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD)
  10. Step 11
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    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). AUTODOC recommends:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
  11. Step 12
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    Detach the lower part of the shock absorber. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 13
    Remove the shock absorber.
    Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  13. Step 15
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD) – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
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